Description
Juicy grilled chicken marinated in a creamy yogurt garlic mixture with warm spices, delivering a flavorful and tender dish perfect for easy meals.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, cilantro, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add chicken and coat thoroughly with the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to high heat.
- Place chicken on the grill and cook for a few minutes on one side.
- Flip and move to a cooler part of the grill, cover, and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Add cayenne or chili flakes for heat.
- Substitute cilantro with parsley if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently with a splash of water to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
